Best free & cheap things to do this week in South Florida
Here's our list of the top free events, discounts and deals to have fun in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties this week.
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Free events at CityPlace Doral
The open-air CityPlace Doral has a couple of weekly events that are geared to music lovers and to shoppers of handcrafted items. Through Aug. 16, the summer art installation "Summer...
Free Miami Beach Culture Crawl
Every third Thursday of the month, Miami Beach hosts its “Culture Crawl.” The crawl takes place from 6-8 p.m. The next one is July 16. The Culture Crawl usually goes...
Kids bowl free in Miami this summer
Strike! That's what everyone aspires to when you hit the bowling alley and this summer, kids can once again try their best to bowl a strike with free bowling at...
Free entry for Riverwalk Tacos & Tequila Festival
Restaurants and food trucks are dishing up their versions of a favorite handheld food at Riverwalk Tacos and Tequila Festival in Fort Lauderdale. Entry is free. Tacos and other food...
Free entertainment & events at Broward libraries
Library branches in Broward occasionally feature free entertaining and events including live performances, yoga, and festivals. Some events are for kids and families. Others are aimed at adults. At plenty...
Free events at The Underline in Brickell
Free Family Day is every first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.. It's a fun day to meet neighbors, participate in yoga and meditation and partake...
Free Backyard Jam events in Pompano Beach
Old Town in Pompano Beach is the venue for free Backyard Jam events featuring local and regional bands. The events are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. select third Fridays and...
Free events for ukulele fans
If you like ukulele sing-alongs and ukulele jams, you have several opportunities to join the music in Broward. Ukulele events in 2026 10:30 a.m. fourth Thursday of every month, ukulele...
The Moth: Miami StorySLAM
The The Moth – Miami StorySLAM is a monthly (more or less) storytelling event in which South Floridians get up and tell true stories. The event moves back and forth...
Zoo Miami $15 Mondays
Zoo Miami's popular $15 Mondays promotion is back for 2026. From June 8 through Sept. 28, 2026, you can get one admission into the zoo for just $15 (plus tax)....
Miami Marlins discounts & deals: $5 tickets
Take the family out to a Miami Marlins ballgame with these great deals all season long. You can enjoy baseball for as little as $1 for kids' tickets on select...
Ride the free Water Trolley on the New River in Fort Lauderdale
For a fresh approach to navigating sights and shopping in Fort Lauderdale, step aboard a free water trolley. The LauderGO Water Trolley ferries guests along a river route to an...
South Florida Adventure Pass offers unlimited entry to five attractions
The South Florida Adventure Pass offers unlimited entry for five South Florida attractions with a summer package price. This year's pass adds Zoo Miami to the four Broward attractions that...
Pompano Soulful Sundays features popular performers, entry is $10
Funk. Jazz. R&B music. Popular South Florida performers are featured at Soulful Sundays in Pompano Beach. The concert series celebrates the history and culture of African American musicians. The events...
Free weekly events at The Foodie Park in Coconut Grove
Reminiscent of the early days of Wynwood and the open-air entertainment and food space Wynwood Yard, The Foodie Park located in West Coconut Grove known as Little Bahamas, is a...
Free or cheap things to do with kids in Miami-Dade this summer
Summer in South Florida brings free or cheap kids’ movies, free days at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, the Summer Savings Pass discount for attractions plus many more ways to have fun without spending a lot of money. Here's the big list.
Beach & Groove free concerts in Hallandale Beach & Uber discount
You're invited to a party in Hallandale Beach the last Sunday of every month. Beach & Groove Free Beach Concerts are at 5 p.m. on selected Sundays, and entry is...
Cheap Craft Supplies and Activities from Resource Depot
South Florida summers can seem overwhelmingly oppressive, but you can beat the heat by staying indoors and getting crafty. Resource Depot, located at 2508 Florida Avenue in West Palm Beach...
Free Palm Beach Zoo admission for 4 kids with 1 paid adult this summer
Kids will enjoy free admission to the Palm Beach Zoo during the month of September when they are accompanied by a full-paying adult. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer.
Sounds of the Set: Free music, market, Delray Beach, Aug. 27
"Sounds of the Set" is a community event in Downtown Delray Beach that features live music and local vendors at Blackmer's Market, for an evening of rhythm, community, and culture....
Top things to do in August in Palm Beach County
August is sort of a push-me, pull-me kinda month. You try to hang on to the last rays of summer, while trying not to think about getting ready for fall...
Admission by donation at Busch Wildlife in Jupiter
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter invites the public to participate in special summer activities. Daily admission is by donation (no set amount) to help sustain the facility and support animal...
Tasty Tuesday has food, fun and a car show in West Boca
You just get home from work and the kids are hungry and you're tired. If it's Tuesday and you're near West Boca, you're in luck. Here's a seasonal event for...
Free symphony performances in Pembroke Pines
Entry is free for the Summer Symphony Series in Pembroke Pines. Delight in performances that feature artists from the South Florida Symphony Orchestra. Events in 2026 include: 4 p.m. Sunday,...
FIFA 2026 World Cup watch parties and events around Miami
GOAAAAAALLLLLL!!!!!!!! The FIFA World Cup soccer frenzy is set to descend on Miami from June 11 through July 19. Because tickets to the matches at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami...
Woofing Waters in Deerfield Beach is for the dogs
Woofing Waters Dog Park within Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach offers water-spritzing features for dogs. It's a fun venue for water-loving pets and people who adore their dogs. Fees...
Belize Day features dance performances, robotics & drumming
Robotics, a Belizean dance troupe, and foods from the region are featured at Belize Day in Broward. The event in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 11,...
Rock out in Parkland with free music at the park
The Parks and Recreation Department in Parkland offers occasional festivals, free films and other events. Many events are free and open to the public. Events in 2026 include Eats 'N...
Groove N Grub event in Coconut Creek features a live band & food vendors
Treat yourself to live entertainment outdoors. Groove N Grub events in 2026 include 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, July 11, with the Shane Duncan Band, a popular party band....
Taste of SoMi restaurant deals in South Miami
Summer is the slow season for restaurants so chefs and owners have to get creative to keep foodies walking through the doors. One way they do that is by offering...
Miami Spa Months offer two months of discounts
It's time for Miami Spa Months, so go get your sun-kissed summer skin hydrated. Enjoy treatments and services starting at $109. That’s an almost 50 percent savings! The special event...
Free: Kid's Club Summer Circus Show, Wellington, July 25
Youngsters can experience the magic of the circus with a live performance, fun circus-themed activities, games, and special swag for young guests. Take your little ringmasters, clowns, and acrobats for...
Candlelight Concerts exclusive discount
You may have seen ads and announcements on social media about Candlelight Concerts throughout South Florida. These special events not only provide a multi-sensory musical experience, but also include a...
Discounted admission to Sensory Friendly session at Superblue Miami
One of Miami's most popular immersive art experiences Superblue Miami offers visitors 50,000-square-feet of works of art, enveloping them in a digital art world. You can walk through the mirrorred...
Water parks in Dade for refreshing fun
Miami's gonna get hot this summer - it always does. So the kids will want to stay cool. Best way to do that? Visit a water park where they can...
Free live music on Ocean Drive
The Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series presents a free concert every Sunday from 6-7:30 p.m. between 14th Street and 14th Place in Lummus Park on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach...
Water parks, water playgrounds and pools in Broward, including deals
Pools, water parks and water playgrounds in Broward offer refreshing fun. Some venues, especially municipal pools, offer entry without spending a wad of money. You can find splash pads...
Free FIFA soccer watch parties in Broward & FIFA soccer ball photo ops
Sports fans around the globe are enthusiastic about the FIFA world soccer tournament. With an international roster of teams poised for matches in June and July in different parts of the...
Driveway Friday Concert Series in Deerfield Beach
The Deerfield Beach Historical Society is hosting an outdoor Driveway Friday Concert Series once a month at the Museum and Cultural Center. The series features local performers, usually the second...
Free performance by Ailey Campers at Arsht Center
AileyCamp Miami at the Adrienne Arsht Center provides an incredible opportunity to underprivileged youth. For six weeks, 1,000 11 to 14-year-old young campers develop their artistic talents during the full-scholarship...
Fern Forest is ideal for nature walks & entry is free
If you're looking to soak in the outdoors in South Florida, Fern Forest in north Broward is a lush oasis for nature walks and occasional free astronomy programs with telescopes....
